5 Virginia Luxury Homes with Mountain, Bay, and Waterfront Views

From its elevated setting in Broad Run, this 4-sided brick estate looks out to mountain views, rolling hills, and mature trees. A grand foyer opens to a two-story great room where soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, palladium windows, and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace set a dramatic tone. The remodeled gourmet kitchen pairs quartz counters with custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and a generous island, flowing naturally into inviting living and dining areas. In the primary suite, a spa-inspired bath and custom closets bring a quiet sense of retreat. A finished lower level adds flexible space with a custom bar and walkout access. Outdoors, a Trex deck overlooks a saltwater pool, with a firepit, gazebo, and outdoor kitchen creating a relaxed rhythm for gathering and unwinding.

Set on a corner lot in Charlottesville, this just-completed new construction by Gibson Homes pairs a cool color palette with thoughtful, high-impact finishes. Ten-foot ceilings elevate the first floor, where true finished-in-place hardwoods meet a great room with a coffered ceiling and a natural gas fireplace wrapped in shiplap. The kitchen reads like a working chef’s space, with Viking appliances, a porcelain farm sink plus prep sink, and a pot filler. Custom cubbies, built-ins, solid-core doors, wood closet shelving, and detailed tilework carry the craftsmanship throughout. Upstairs, the layout includes the primary bedroom with a 10×16 deck, an en-suite bedroom, and a Jack-and-Jill bedroom arrangement, plus a large second-floor laundry room. Out back, an oversized stamped concrete patio sets the stage for easy entertaining, while a detached two-car garage with a finished carriage house above offers flexible, private space.

Commanding views from a rare two-level penthouse in The Sanctuary at False Cape set the tone for daily life above Sandbridge. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame panoramic outlooks over Back Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and miles of coastline, while an expansive open floor plan keeps the kitchen seamlessly connected to the living and dining areas. Natural light moves easily through the residence, lending a relaxed rhythm that suits both lively gatherings and quiet beach days. Two wraparound decks extend the living space outdoors, with front-row seats for sunsets and water views. Four spacious bedrooms and four full baths offer comfortable flexibility for family and guests. Set within Sandbridge’s premier oceanfront community, residents also enjoy resort-style amenities—pools, fitness centers, and direct beach access—plus proximity to Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, False Cape State Park, dining, and outdoor recreation.

Along the water’s edge on Cod Creek, this cedar shake vinyl-sided residence is paired with 74+/- acres and roughly 700’+/- of waterfront—an unusually flexible setting with no covenants and no restrictions. Inside, the layout spans four bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths, anchored by a kitchen with an adjoining sun room, plus a dining room and a great room designed for easy gathering. A two-story entrance creates an airy first impression, while an all-purpose room over the garage adds welcome versatility. Practical comforts include a whole-house generator, an attached double-car garage, and a large storage building with open storage space. Outdoors, a patio invites long creekside afternoons, with space for hunting, ATV riding in the woods, and simple days of boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, and fishing—then coming home to quiet.

Size: 2,984+/- sf

Set on 18.1± acres in White Stone’s Lancaster County, this well-maintained 1903 residence carries its charm with quiet confidence. Inside, classic detailing—crown moldings, chair rail, and trim—frames hardwood floors and a beautiful staircase, with a second back staircase adding everyday ease. The layout includes formal living and dining rooms, a family room warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, plus an office, utility room, and mud room. A guest apartment extends the property’s flexibility, with a deck offering a small view toward the Rappahannock River. Outdoors, open land—currently being farmed—offers room for horses, while a magnificent tree-lined drive sets a gracious approach. Mornings feel made for the front porch, coffee in hand, lingering in the cool shade.

Size: 2,601+/- + 1,176+/- GUEST APT sf